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What is the basic difference between antiseptics and disinfectants?

The basic differences between antiseptics and disinfectants are given below;
1. Antiseptic applied on living tissues whereas Disinfectants applied on non-living objetcs.
2. Antiseptics are antimicrobial in nature whereas Disinfectants are antimicrobial too.
3. Antiseptics are applied on cuts, wounds etc whereas Disinectants are applied to toilets, drains etc.


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